Entry-Level Paralegal

Description Purpose:
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
• Organize and maintain the case workroom
• Assist with the organization of documents as instructed (e.g. chronologically, by witness, by issues, etc.)
• Review, index and code case documents
• Assist with the creation of files and/or binders
• Locate documents as requested and coordinate the duplication, delivery and pick up of same
• Assists with gathering basic factual information
• Assist with the maintenance of the case calendar
• Coordinate the procurement of supplied for use by the paralegals and attorneys
• Coordinate the organization of vendor invoices, and manage the submission of same to Financial Services for payment
• Perform various administrative tasks as required
• Perform other related duties as needed and/or assigned
• Adhere to all Firm policies and procedures

Employment Standards:

Education & Experience: 4 year college degree required. Prior office and/or law firm experience is a plus.

Computer Skills: Type 45 wpm; experience using Word, Excel and an e-mail software are required; other applications are a plus

Research Skills: Ability to use the Internet and other online resources as a research tool; experience with legal research tools is a plus.

General Knowledge and Abilities: Must be organized; show attention to detail; demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills; strong and analytical thinking. Must be available to work overtime and to travel.

Physical Elements: Must be able to frequently perform the following: Lift 25-50 lbs; walk; sit; stand; twist; bend; reach horizontally; use fingers.